[Alloplasty of inguinal hernias with polypropylene gauzes]

An experience with treatment of 61 patients with inguinal hernias on whom 69 alloplastic hemioplasties had been performed was analyzed. For the most part the Lichtenstein method of alloplasty with polypropylene gauzes was used. Good immediate and long-term results were obtained. No recurrences were observed during the three year follow-up. Alloplasty should be used more widely for the treatment of inguinal hernias.